South Carolina Sets New Record for Total Votes Cast in a Gubernatorial Election
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South Carolina Election CommissionCOLUMBIA, S.C. (November 3, 2026) - South Carolina has surpassed its highest number of voters in a gubernatorial election in 30 years, with more than two hours remaining on Election Day.
As of 4:30 p.m., 1,797,335 South Carolinians have cast ballots, representing 52.3% of registered voters. This surpasses the previous high for a gubernatorial election, set in 2018, when 1,726,527 voters cast ballots.
South Carolina's record for percentage turnout is 54.6%, set in 2002. With polls open until 7 p.m., the state has an opportunity to reach that milestone as well.
If you haven't voted yet, there's still time! Polls are open until 7 p.m. Anyone in line at 7 p.m. will be allowed to vote.
Voters can find their polling place and view their sample ballot at scVOTES.gov.
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